Grape-name Albarossa
Region Piemonte
Mentioned in appelation None
Propagation Little, only experimental
Tasting Notes None


Blue grape that is a barbera x nebbiolo-crossing. Not grown commercially, but has a certain reputation. Crossing made by Giovanni Dalmasso and there are reputed attempts for commercial growing. Amongst others Tenuta Cannona, Fontanafredda and Prunotto are testing the grape.
Albarossa is said to have a barbera-like fruitiness, but with more structure and tannins.

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